Global Switch Amsterdam
Operated by Global Switch
Capacity
18MW
Tier Level
Tier 3
Concurrently maintainable — dual distribution paths, one active
PUE
1.35
GoodGreen Score
63/ 100
Certifications
1
Nearest IXP
AMS-IX Amsterdam
1 km away
Technical Specifications
| Facility Name | Global Switch Amsterdam |
| Operator | Global Switch |
| Facility Type | Colocation |
| Power Capacity | 18 MW |
| PUE Efficiency | 1.35Good |
| Tier Certification | Tier 3 — Concurrently maintainable — dual distribution paths, one active |
| Location | 🇳🇱 Amsterdam, Netherlands |
| GPS Coordinates | 52.3694, 4.9124 |
| Country Grid Carbon Intensity | 320 gCO2/kWhAverage |
| Certifications | ISO 27001 |
| Data Source | atlas |
| Verification Status | Verified |
Connectivity & Network
1
IXPs within 50 km
1
IXPs within 100 km
6
IXPs within 500 km
Nearest Internet Exchange Points
| Name | City | Distance | Participants |
|---|---|---|---|
| AMS-IX Amsterdam | Amsterdam | 1 km | 900 |
| ECIX Düsseldorf | Düsseldorf | 180 km | 60 |
| LINX London | London | 358 km | 950 |
| DE-CIX Frankfurt | Frankfurt | 363 km | 1,100 |
| France-IX Paris | Paris | 430 km | 400 |
Sustainability & Environmental Impact
PUE Rating
Good efficiency, better than industry average
13.5% better than global avg (1.56)
Green Score
62.5/ 100
Carbon Intensity (🇳🇱 NL)
Est. Annual CO2
68.1ktonnes
Energy Mix (🇳🇱 Netherlands)
Global Switch Portfolio
Global Switch
18 facilities across 6 countries
Total Facilities
18
Countries
6
Facility Types
Countries Present
Other Global Switch Facilities
Local Market Context
33
Facilities in Amsterdam
63
Facilities in Netherlands
12
Operators in Amsterdam
#1
City rank in Netherlands
Amsterdam ranks #1 in Netherlands by facility count, with 33 data centers operated by 12 providers.
Competitive Landscape in Amsterdam
Amsterdam has 33 facilities from 12 operators.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Global Switch Amsterdam?
Global Switch Amsterdam is a colocation data center operated by Global Switch in Amsterdam, Netherlands, with 18 MW capacity and Tier 3 certification.
What certifications does Global Switch Amsterdam have?
Global Switch Amsterdam holds the following certifications: ISO 27001.
How efficient is Global Switch Amsterdam?
Global Switch Amsterdam has a Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) of 1.35, which is rated as "good". This is 13.5% better than the global average PUE of 1.56.
What is the nearest Internet Exchange Point to Global Switch Amsterdam?
The nearest IXP is AMS-IX Amsterdam in Amsterdam, located 1 km away with 900 connected participants.